Sacraments of Service
Marriage • Holy Orders
These strengthen individuals to serve God and His people.
Marriage
Marriage is a joyful covenant in which a man and woman promise to love, honour, and cherish one another all their days. Rooted in God’s love, this sacrament strengthens couples to live out a lifelong commitment of faithfulness and generosity.
Love may rise and fall with life’s seasons, but the commitment remains steady -- a reflection of God’s enduring love for us.
Marriage calls for patience, kindness, forgiveness, and sacrifice. It is a daily choice to give oneself to the other.
A Christian marriage becomes a “domestic church,” a place where faith is lived and love is shared. In this sacred union, couples discover a love that grows deeper, richer, and more beautiful with time.
Matrimony - Raphael, The Marriage of the Virgin (1504). Public domain. Pinacoteca di Brera. Wikimedia Commons.
Holy Orders (Vocations)
Holy Orders is the sacrament through which men are ordained as deacons, priests, or bishops to serve God’s people. But it is also part of a wider invitation -- the call to priesthood and religious life.
The Church lovingly invites those whose hearts burn with devotion to consider this sacred path. It is a journey where each day holds the promise of touching lives, healing wounds, and guiding souls toward Christ.
Within the Church’s embrace, you will find a family that supports, uplifts, and nurtures your spiritual growth. Your unique gifts, compassion, and faith are needed -- the mission of Christ continues through those who say “yes.”
Holy Orders - Caravaggio, The Calling of Saint Matthew (1599–1600). Public domain. Wikimedia Commons.
If you feel even a whisper of a calling, trust that God walks with you. Your vocation may be the light that leads others home.